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St. Landry Parish sales tax collections dip in March

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
St. Landry Parish sales tax collections dipped in March Sales tax collections in St. Landry Parish through March dropped 1.3% compared to the same period in 2024. Collections totaled $24,572,915 through March, down $325,234 from the total through March 2024.

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City retains Class 3 fire rating

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The City of Eunice retained its Class 3 fire protection rating, according to a report by Fire Chief Chaise Brown. Mayor Scott Fontenot said, “We’ve got some really exciting news if you are a property owner in the City of Eunice” in introducing Brown.
John Pucheu

John Pucheu

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Best to plan for costs that come with aging

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Don’t procrastinate about planning for your future. John Pucheu said to create a plan that works for you, “It’s going to take time, expertise, and persistence. Take action now.” Pucheu was the guest speaker at the Eunice Rotary Club meeting on April 2.
The Eunice City Lake bathroom facility is to be upgraded this year, according to Mayor Scott Fontenot. A concession area is to be added with fishing equipment, and kayak rentals. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

The Eunice City Lake bathroom facility is to be upgraded this year, according to Mayor Scott Fontenot. A concession area is to be added with fishing equipment, and kayak rentals. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

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Upgrade planned for City Lake facilities

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The City Lake facilities will be given a $98,000 rehabilitation, Eunice Mayor Scott Fontenot announced at Tuesday’s city council meeting. The project is to include a concession stand renting fishing equipment, selling bait and renting kayaks.

Eunice Public Library offers fine-free days

Harlan Kirgan
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
The Eunice Public Library is fine-free through Saturday. Any book returned late will have no charge. E-books are now available to borrow through the Eunice Public Library. You must have a library card and call the library in order to set up an account. Call 337-466 7077 for more information.
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Myra Miller
Monday, April 7, 2025
KEB City-wide litter clean up Saturday Keep Eunice Beautiful will have a citywide litter cleanup as part of the statewide Love the Boot Week Saturday, April 12. Volunteers can register at city hall from 8:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. to receive free supplies and a t-shirt. From 9 a.m. until 11 a.m.

Let your personality shine with hanging baskets

From the Eunice Bulb & Blossom Garden Club
Friday, April 4, 2025
Designing a hanging basket can be as simple as choosing a single type of plant, as complex as an array of foliage, texture, and color, or anything in between. Hanging baskets add color and charm to outdoor spaces and are easy to maintain.

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St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, April 4, 2025
The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St, Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Thursday, March 27 Carl James Deville, of Port Barre, and Mary Monica Bryan, of Lafayette. Friday, March 28 Talton Daylon Major and Christine Elizabeth Parke, both of Sunset.

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St. Landry Parish civil cases

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, April 4, 2025
The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, March 26 Tiffany Soileau vs Felix Valenzuela et al, damages. Succession of Charles Day III. Thursday, March 27 Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC vs Ashley Nicole Lemelle, executory process.
Cedric Watson, a four-time Grammy nominee, leads the next Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. April 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center at I-49 exit 23 in Opelousas.

Cedric Watson, a four-time Grammy nominee, leads the next Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. April 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center at I-49 exit 23 in Opelousas.

Musician Cedric Watson to lead Zydeco Capital Jam

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, April 4, 2025
Cedric Watson, a four-time Grammy nominee, leads the next Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. April 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center at I-49 exit 23 in Opelousas. Admission is free to the jam, open to musicians of all skill levels and fans.